Fred E. Maceda

Fred was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, on February 11, 1961, and moved to Dallas in his youth. He is survived by his parents Frank A. Maceda Sr. and Marcella Maceda. Brother to Frank Maceda Jr., Fabian Maceda, Fernando Maceda, and Fermin Maceda. He was preceded in death by his brother Felix Maceda. Other surviving family members are sister-in-laws Jeanie, Kathy, Novalyn, and Marie. Surviving nieces and nephews are Joseph, Jesse, Juanita, Amanda, Elliot, Simon, and his God-son Oliver.

Fred attended St. Thomas Aquinas elementary school, Jesuit College Preparatory, and Stephen F. Austin State University, where he graduated in 1985. He was a member of Knights of Columbus #799 and was also active in STACS and Dallas Sports and Social Club, ran two marathons, and loved to cook. Fred was a leader in laughter and service to his friends, family, and customers. He was a loving spirit to children and an endearing heart to elderly, in and out of his life. Fred is well-known for his love of animals, having several dogs and fish.

Fred has an endless amount of friends and never met a stranger. He was one of the people you could always count on. His truck was always available for anyone who needed to move or just get picked up at the airport. His true joy was making people laugh, and at this, he was a master.

Fred will be missed by his customers, his friends, his family, and his pets. We still need you, Fred, but we will find a way. Rest in peace, our brother, our friend, our son.

Donations of flowers are accepted as well as in his name at Operation Kindness (www.operationkindness.org).

Visitation at Sparkman/Crane Funeral Home Thursday evening 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Rosary followed by the Funeral Mass, 1:00 pm Friday, May 27, 2011 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 6306 Kenwood, Dallas, Texas 75214.

Interment Calvary Hill Cemetery, 3235 Lombardy Lane, Dallas, Texas.

Arrangements entrusted to Sparkman/Crane Funeral Home

10501 Garland Road, Dallas, Texas 75218 (214-327-8291)

www.sparkman-crane.com